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Gaertnera ternifolia

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Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Gaertnera ternifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the region pose additional threats to the specialized montane forest ecosystems this species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub inhabits the montane evergreen forests of the Western Ghats, typically found at elevations between 1,000-2,000 meters. It grows in the understory of dense, humid forest environments with rich, well-drained soils characteristic of these biodiversity hotspot regions.

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Gaertnera ternifolia classified as Endangered?
Gaertnera ternifolia is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Gaertnera ternifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the region pose additional threats to the specialized montane forest ecosystems this species requires.
Where does Gaertnera ternifolia live?
Gaertnera ternifolia occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Gaertnera ternifolia?
The main threats to Gaertnera ternifolia are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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